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The End of an Era
He reminded me that our greatest accomplishments are the friendships we have forged in our embattled years.
The Emotional Affair of John Paul II
Such an “affair” among respected Catholics is not unique to John Paul.
So You Want to Write a Column…
I’ve written Observer columns for three years now. Some columns have received a lot of positive feedback, and some haveContinue Reading
Christian Stories for Atheists
When I first read “Harry Potter,” I secretly waited for a letter from Hogwarts. Part of growing up was realizingContinue Reading
Forgiveness and Friendship
Often forgiveness is awful.
My Friend the Carmelite
She fell in love and made a choice.
Catholic Theology and LGBTQ Suicide
Conversations about suicide can be awkward. A number of my friends have said that they don’t understand what would causeContinue Reading
Love in the Landfill
What would it mean for us to live in a world where Taylor Swift didn’t make sense?
When I Was Kicked Out of My Dorm
I deserved it. There’s no doubt in my mind that it was a decision of retributive justice. I had brokenContinue Reading
